French-inspired · Dinner
Asparagus-and-Potato Gratin with Prosciutto
A rich spring gratin with asparagus, potatoes, and salty prosciutto.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 lb yukon Gold potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into pieces
- 4 oz prosciutto, torn
- 1 cup grated Gruyère or Swiss cheese
Method
- Heat the oven to 375°F and butter a gratin dish.
- Toss the cream with the garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Layer half the potatoes in the dish, then half the asparagus, prosciutto, cream, and cheese.
- Repeat the layers.
- Cover and bake 30 minutes, then uncover and bake 10–15 minutes more until golden and tender.
- Rest 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Slice the potatoes thinly so they cook through on schedule.